compound imperative
A "compound imperative" combines multiple commands in one sentence, often linked by conjunctions like 'and' or 'or'.
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Definition
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(technical, academic)A sentence structure that contains two or more imperative clauses joined by a conjunction.
Example
- Close the door and turn off the lights.
- Finish your homework or go to bed.
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